Amy Grillo, MA CCC/SLP LSLS Cert AVT
Founder
amy@citysoundsny.com
Amy has been in private practice for over ten years. Her expertise is in facilitating
speech and language skills for children diagnosed with PDD, autism spectrum disorders, social
pragmatic disorders and pediatric cochlear implant rehabilitation. Amy is also
dedicated to
staff & parent/caregiver training and support.
Recipient of ASHA's ACE Award for a commitment to life long learning.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Marymount Manhattan College
Associations:
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Auditory-Verbal International, Inc.
Training/Certifications:
- PROMPT trained
- Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH)
- Listening and Spoken Language Specialists(LSLS)
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Lauren Hudacek, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist - Clinical Supervisor
laurenh@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in aural rehabilitation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, literacy development, articulation and phonological disorders, pragmatic language disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University
- B.S. in General Psychology from Lafayette College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Prompt Trained
- Sounds in Motion
- Talk Tools Level 1
- Greenspan Floortime Approach
- Chair Yoga Basics
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Carrie Deutsch, M.S. SLP-CCC, TSSLD
Speech Pathologist
carrie@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in fluency, literacy development, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, pragmatic language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and cognitive rehabilitation.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Hunter College - CUNY
- B.S. in Cognitive Science from The University of Delaware
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Rachel Vieira, M.S. CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
rachel@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, social-pragmatic disorders, language learning disabilities, articulation and phonological disorders, literacy development and intervention, fluency disorders, and cognitive rehabilitation.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University
- B.S. in Criminal Justice from St. John's University
Associations:
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- PROMPT Trained
- SOS Approach to Feeding Trained
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Sophia Cappuccio, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
sophia@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, language learning disabilities, social-pragmatic language disorders, and literacy development.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech Language Pathology from Queens College
- B.A. in Psychology from Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College
Associations:
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Deborah Brooks, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech Pathologist
deborah@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in preschool-aged speech and language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, literacy, feeding and swallowing disorders, aural rehabilitation, acquired language disorders, and motor speech disorders.
Education:
- M.A. Speech-Language Pathology
- B.A. Communication Sciences and Disorders from St. John's University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
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Katie Essenthier, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
katie@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in early intervention, expressive and receptive language delays, and articulation and phonological disorders.
Education:
- M.S in Communication Sciences and Disorders from New York University
- B.A in Telecommunications and Mass Media from Temple University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Eugene Chuprin, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
eugenec@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in bilingualism (English/Russian), autism spectrum disorders, articulation/phonological disorders, fluency disorders, pediatric feeding, motor disorders and literacy.
Languages:
Fluent in Russian
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Brooklyn College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Certificate for Bilingual Extension from Long Island University
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Katelyn “Katy” Brown, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
katelynb@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include but are not limited to: expressive/receptive language, articulation, autism spectrum disorders, cognitive rehabilitation, feeding/swallowing disorders, fluency, and apraxia of speech.
Education:
- M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Maine
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Maine
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Emily Stephenson, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
emilys@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include receptive and expressive language delays, voice disorders, neurogenic speech and language disorders, phonological delays, articulation disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Hunter College
- B.S. in Speech from Northwestern University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Felicia Buglione, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
feliciab@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive and expressive language delays, social and pragmatic delays, language and learning disabilities, literacy development and intervention, hearing impairment, auditory processing disorders and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from New York Medical College
- B.S. in Psychology and minors in Business Administration and Economics from St. Thomas Aquinas College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- CPR/AED
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Andrea Smith, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
andreas@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in pragmatic disorders, autism spectrum, voice disorders, neurogenic speech disorders, and expressive and receptive delays.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech Language Pathology from SUNY Plattsburgh
- B.S. in Hearing, Speech, Language Sciences from Ohio University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Meredith C. Gennaro, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech Pathologist
meredithg@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), feeding/swallowing, voice disorders, neurogenic speech disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, and social-pragmatic language disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech/Language Pathology from Ithaca College
- B.S. in Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology from Ithaca College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- SOS Approach to Feeding Trained
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Katherine (Katy) Vallo, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
katyv@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include, but are not limited to: expressive and receptive language delays, language learning disabilities, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation/phonological disorders, autism spectrum disorders, early intervention, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders at Mercy College
- B.A. in Communication Disorders at SUNY New Paltz
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Alpha Eta Honor Society for the Allied Health Professionals
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Anna Marlow, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
annam@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, pragmatic language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and literacy development and feeding disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Ithaca College
- B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Ithaca College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- SOS Approach to Feeding Trained
- PROMPT Trained
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Amy Lu, M.S. CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
amyl@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language disorders/delays, literacy development, language and learning disabilities, Early Intervention, and cultural and linguistically diverse populations.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Queens College, CUNY
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Ashley Masy, M.S., CCC- SLP, TSSLD
Speech Language Pathologist
ashleym@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, social and pragmatic language delays, autism spectrum disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, and early intervention.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sunny Jung, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech Pathologist
sunnyj@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in early intervention, expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University
- B.A. in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Rutgers University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH)
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Jennifer Hochberg, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
jenniferh@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in young children with receptive and expressive language delays/disorders; feeding/swallowing disorders; augmentative and alternative communication; articulation and phonological delays/disorders; early intervention; and neurogenic speech disorders.
Education:
- M.S in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.S in Psychology from SUNY Oneonta
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Elizabeth Paluska, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
elizabethp@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, fluency disorders, neurogenic communication disorders and bilingualism.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College, CUNY
- M.A. in Italian Studies from Middlebury College
- B.A. in Romance Languages from Bryn Mawr College
Languages:
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Italian
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Maria Malamud, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
maria@citysoundsny.com
Maria has a special interest in articulation and phonological disorders, expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, language and learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.A. in Psychology from Stony Brook University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Gina Tibke, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
ginat@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive and expressive language delays, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), literacy development, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University
- B.A. in Childhood Education and Visual Arts from Dowling College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language and Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Jenyca St.Surin, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jenycas@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include hearing impairment, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and language learning disabilities.
Education:
- M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from St. John’s University
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from St. John’s University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Lindsay Cuneo, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
lindsayc@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays, social-pragmatic disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, literacy development and feeding/swallow disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Hunter College
- B.A. in Psychology from Villanova University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sarah Montanaro, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
sarahm@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive and expressive language delays/disorders; articulation and phonological delays/disorders; literacy development; augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders from Southern Connecticut State University
- B.A. in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences & Psychology from the University of Connecticut
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Anuradha Murti, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
anuradham@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, literacy development, language learning disabilities, auditory processing disorders, and phonological disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College
- B.A. in Art from Vassar College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sarah Benjamin, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
sarahb@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in, receptive and expressive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, literacy, and narrative comprehension.
Education:
- B.S. in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University
- M.S in Speech Language Pathology from Southern Connecticut State University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Erica Oks, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
ericao@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive/receptive language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, feeding and swallowing disorders, learning/intellectual disabilities, articulation/phonological disorders, pragmatic/social impairments, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.
Education:
- M.S in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University
- B.S in Psychology from Stony Brook University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
Language:
- Fluent in conversational Russian
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Anna Genkina, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
annag@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in bilingualism (Spanish, Russian, English), autism spectrum disorders, pragmatic language disorders, dyslexia/reading disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, and early intervention.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from CUNY Brooklyn College
- B.A. in Psychology and Linguistics from Rutgers University
- Coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis from Western Connecticut State University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Bilingual Education Assessment in Spanish and Russian
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Jeanelle Canelo, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jeanellec@citysoundsny.com
Special Interests include Bilingualism/Multiculturalism, Early Intervention, Receptive and Expressive Language Delays, Literacy Development, Social/Pragmatic Language Delays and Behavioral Deficits, Attention Deficits, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Voice Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Auditory Processing, Hearing Impairment, Feeding/Swallowing Disorders, and Sensory Integration Dysfunction.
Languages:
- Fluent in Spanish
- Intermediate American Sign Language
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University
- Post-Baccalaureate in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College
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B.S. in Individualized Studies from SUNY Buffalo State
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Certificate for Bilingual Extension from Long Island University
- CPR/AED/First Aid (Pediatric and Adults)
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Danielle Vayner, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech Language Pathologist
daniellev@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive/receptive language delays, autism spectrum disorders, early intervention and social/pragmatic language delays.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University
- B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from St. Johns University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Chelsea R. Harris, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
chelseah@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in expressive and receptive language disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), social-pragmatic language disorders, neurogenic speech and language disorders and auditory processing disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech/Language Pathology from Ithaca College
- B.A. in Hearing and Speech Sciences from University of Maryland, College Park
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Jessica Diamond, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jessicad@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in language and literacy, executive functioning deficits, feeding/swallowing disorders, cognitive rehabilitation, and culturally-linguistically diverse populations.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Nazareth College of Rochester, NY
- B.A. in Psychology with a minor in English from SUNY Stony Brook University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
Publication:
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Diamond, J. (2017) “My Beautiful Broken Brain: Continuing Life after a Brain Hemorrhage.” Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences, 15 (1)
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Karen Cardenas, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
karenc@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in feeding/swallowing disorders, cognitive rehabilitation, fluency disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, motor speech disorders, and expressive/receptive language disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- M.S. Ed in Childhood Education Grades (1-6) from Queens College
- B.A. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and English from Queens College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- NYS Teaching License in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT)
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Amanda M. Eisenbach, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
amandae@citysoundsny.com
Special interested includes working predominantly within the field of education working with individuals between the ages of 3-21 and enjoy working with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Associations:
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NYS Licensed and ASHS Certified
Training/Certifications:
- Professional TSSLD
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Essentials for Living Curriculum and ABLLS-R
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Isabella Santos, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
isabellas@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive and expressive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, and articulation and phonological disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University
- B.A. in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences from Kean University and minor in American Sign Language
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Flora Marciano, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
floram@citysoundsny.com
Special interested includes working with school age children as well as with the geriatric population. She has work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, schools ranging from preschool to middle school, including home visits.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from SUNY Plattsburgh
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sherri Friedman, M.S. CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
sherrif@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, literacy development, articulation/phonological disorders, feeding/swallowing disorders and narrative development.
Education:
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from CUNY Brooklyn College
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from CUNY Brooklyn College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sydney Schottenfeld, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
sydneys@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, fluency disorders, literacy development, autism spectrum disorders, neurogenic communication disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M. A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from St. John’s University
- B. A. in Hearing and Speech Sciences from University of Maryland
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Lauren Poggi, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
laurenp@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include preschool-aged expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, early intervention, fluency, and literacy development.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from Molloy College
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Marymount Manhattan College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Christina Oros, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
christinao@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include: receptive and expressive language disorders, literacy development, neurogenic communication disorders, feeding/swallowing disorders, and pragmatic language disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology at CUNY Hunter College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology at Macaulay Honors College at CUNY Brooklyn
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider – CPR/AED (pediatrics and adults)
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Julie Dubov, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
julied@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include but are not limited to bilingualism and multiculturalism as it impacts language, speech and social development, expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, literacy development, auditory processing and executive functions delays and disabilities, articulation and phonological delays and pragmatic language delays.
Languages:
- Fluent in English and Russian
Education:
- M.S. degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Long Island University
- B.S. degree in Business Management and Finance from Brooklyn College
- B.A. degree in Psychology from Brooklyn College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Certificate for Bilingual Extension in English/Russian from Long Island University
- Introduction to PROMPT Technique (Level 1)
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Pryanca Zaman, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
pryancaz@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, speech motor disorders, neurogenic communication disorders, and aural (re)habilitation.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language pathology from CUNY Hunter College
- B.S. in Biology – Neuroscience Specialization with minor in Linguistics from SUNY Stony Brook University
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- CPR/AED (Adult and Pediatric)
- Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Therapy (NMES)
Languages:
- Fluent in conversational Bengali
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Natasha Edward, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
natashae@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, literacy development, language learning disabilities, and fluency.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College, CUNY
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology from Lehman College, CUNY
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Amanda McQuillan, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
amandam@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and social-pragmatic language disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University – Post Campus
- B.S. in Speech and Hearing Sciences with a minor in Psychology of Children with Exceptionalities from SUNY Cortland
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Mariana Ruiz, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
marianar@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays, language learning disabilities, social-pragmatic language disorders, neurogenic language disorders, swallowing/feeding disorders, literacy development, early intervention, autism spectrum disorders, augmentative & alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology at Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus
- B.A. Communication Science Disorders at Queens College
Associations:
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American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Carol-Lynne Elliott, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
carollynne@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in school aged children with receptive and expressive delays/disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, pragmatic language disorders, autism spectrum disorders and literacy developmen.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Michigan State University
- B.A. in Counseling and Rehabilitation from Marshall University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Kaitlin Hernandez, M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
kaitlinh@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, phonological disorders, social pragmatic language disorders, literacy development, early intervention, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Louisiana State University
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Louisiana State University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Adam Hoffman, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
adamh@citysoundsny.com
Adam Hoffman grew up in New Hampshire, but has resided in Brooklyn for 9 years now. Special interests include social-pragmatic language disorders, cognitive-linguistic disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, fluency, feeding and swallowing disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.A. in American Studies/Elementary Education from Endicott College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Ellyse Pollack, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
ellysep@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, autism spectrum disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, and social-pragmatic language disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the Pennsylvania State University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Francesca Imbruglia, M.S. CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
francescai@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include articulation and phonology disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, social-pragmatic disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), cognitive-linguistic disorders and feeding and swallowing disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders from Mercy College
- B.S. in Speech and Language Disabilities from SUNY Cortland
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Ruzana Kholdarova, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
ruzanak@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in feeding/swallowing disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, narrative comprehension deficits, as well as auditory processing disorders.
Education:
- Bukharian
- Tajik
- Russian (Intermediate)
- Spanish (Intermediate)
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Teachers College, Columbia University
- Post Baccalaureate in Communication Sciences and Disorders from CUNY Queens College
- B.A. in Psychology & History from CUNY City College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Speech Systems Intelligibility Training (SSIT)
- Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
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Sasha Olney, MS CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
sashao@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language intervention in children with ASD and/or developmental delays, and social communication and pragmatic language skills.
Education:
- B.A. in Anthropology from University of Colorado at Boulder (CU)
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders/Speech Language Pathology from California State University Hayward (now Cal State East Bay)
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
- “It Takes Two to Talk”, Hanen program
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- State of New York Families as Partners (FAP) EI training
- DIR/Floortime Model
- PROMPT trained
- Social Thinking, ‘We Thinkers” program
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Brianna Liccardi, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
briannal@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in autism spectrum disorder, Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), receptive and expressive language delays, and the early intervention/preschool population.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College, CUNY
- B.S. in Psychology from Sacred Heart University (minored in Speech language)
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Kristen Pechtol, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
francescai@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in expressive and receptive language delay and disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, aural rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication, and bilingualism.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Boston University
- B.A. in Spanish Language and Literature from Union College (NY)
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
-
New York State Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NYSSLH)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Laura Neenan, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
lauran@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include: autism spectrum disorders, early intervention, culturally-linguistically diverse populations, interdisciplinary practice, neurodevelopmental disabilities, feeding and swallowing disorders, neurodegenerative diseases.
Education:
- BA in Speech-Language-Hearing from University of Kansas
- MA in Speech-Language Pathology from University of Kansas Medical Center
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
-
Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD)
-
Maternal and Child Health Association
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) Trainee
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2) Clinical Training
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
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Cynthia Nudelman, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
cynthian@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in receptive and expressive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, and pragmatic language disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Science from Hunter College
- B.A. in Psychology from Binghamton University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Olivia Surdi, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
olivias@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorders, social pragmatic disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, as well as feeding and swallowing disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Lehman College
- Post Baccalaureate in Communication Sciences and Disorders from CUNY Queens College
- B.A. in Applied Linguistics from CUNY Queens College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
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Charlotta Nutley-Phillips, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
charlottap@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, articulation/phonological disorders, literacy development, social and pragmatic language delays, and language learning disabilities.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from LIU Brooklyn
- B.A. in English Language Arts from Hunter College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Desirée Young, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
desireey@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include: autism spectrum disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), expressive and receptive language delays, early intervention, and visual impairments.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders at MGH Institute of Health Professions
- B.S. in Early Childhood Education & Special Education Disorders at New York University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Barbara Offenbacher, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSHH
Speech-Language Pathologist
barbarao@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include facilitating speech and language development in children, auditory processing disorder, autism spectrum disorder, phonological disorder, and literacy skills development for reading, and writing. Barbara is also dedicated to parent education through workshops and community events.
Education:
- Advanced Certificate Post Masters in Educational Administration and Supervision from Brooklyn College
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology from Brooklyn College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH)
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Rachel Tabak, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
rachelt@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, language learning disabilities, Autism spectrum disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, and literacy development.
Languages:
- Fluent in Russian
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College, CUNY
- B.S. in Communication Disorders from Southern Connecticut State University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Argiro “Argie” Pitsakis, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
argirop@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, pre-literacy development, phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), fluency disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), and social/pragmatic communication disorders.
Languages:
- Fluent in Greek
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The College of Saint Rose
- M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Psychology from CUNY Queens College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Elizabeth Knapp, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
elizabethk@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include development of language and literacy skills, cognitive and executive function deficits, fluency disorders, and social/pragmatic communication disorders.
Education:
- M.S.Ed. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The College of Saint Rose
- Post-baccalaureate certificate in Communication Disorders from SUNY New Paltz
- B.A. in Public Communications from The College of Saint Rose
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Shelby Norman, M.S. CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
shelbyn@citysoundsny.com
Special interest and experience in dysphagia (swallowing disorders), pediatric and adult voice disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and literacy. She is a former second grade teacher and a former research assistant in the area of dysphagia. In addition to providing pediatric speech and language therapy, Shelby treats adult communication and swallowing disorders in medical settings.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University
- B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan
Associations:
-
ASHA Special Interest Group 13: Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Greta Lincoln, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
gretal@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include: expressive/receptive language delays and disorders, language-based learning disabilities and literacy development, social-pragmatic language, executive functioning, articulation and phonological disorder.
Education:
- B.A in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology from Iona College
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Hunter College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Emily LaHaie, M.A., CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
emilyl@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays and disorders, literacy development, articulation and phonological disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, fluency,and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Lehman College, CUNY
- Certificate in French as a Foreign Language from Laval University
- B.S. in Studio Art from New York University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Debbie Namdar, M.A. SLP-CCC, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
deborahn@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in autism spectrum disorders, pragmatic language disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, articulation, feeding/swallowing, and Augmentative Alternative Communication.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech and Language Pathology from Hofstra University
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Queens College- CUNY
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Amina Ahmed, M.S. CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
aminaa@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in Autism spectrum disorders, literacy development, expressive and receptive language delays, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Brooklyn College - CUNY
- B.S. in Arts from Queens College- CUNY
Languages:
Fluent in Arabic and French
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Lindsay Foley, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
lindsayf@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in supporting functional communication through the implementation of augmentative and alternative communication strategies, expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, and family coaching within the early intervention and early childhood education settings. Lindsay focuses on supporting children within his/her natural setting while utilizing child-focused and mindfulness practices.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Southern Connecticut State University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Keren Dunkelman, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
kerend@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in neurogenic communication disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, pragmatic language disorders, and feeding/swallowing disorders.
Education:
- M.S in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University
- B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Communication Disorders from Montclair State University
Languages:
-
Hebrew
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Training in Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP)
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James McGrattan, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jamesm@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, fluency disorders, voice disorders, feeding and swallowing disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from SUNY Plattsburgh
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from SUNY Plattsburgh
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Victoria Connors, MA, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
victoriac@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, language learning disabilities, social-pragmatic disorder, articulation and phonological disorders and deeding and swallowing disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from Molloy College
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Marymount Manhattan College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Katelyn Mitchell, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
katelynm@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in pre-school age language and literacy, expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, and delayed expressive language development (late talkers).
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Yeshiva University
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education from University of South Carolina
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Tiffany Winans, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
tiffanyw@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), pragmatic language disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Adelphi University
- B.A. in Communication Disorders and Sciences from SUNY New Paltz
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Nigora Raufova, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
nigorar@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in adolescent speech-language disorders, African-American Vernacular English (AAVE), literacy development, and providing services to those with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Teachers College, Columbia University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
____________________________________________________________________
Ilona Gorbach, M.S., CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
ilonag@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in speech sound disorders, receptive and expressive language disorders, language and literacy development, childhood apraxia of speech, social communication disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Touro College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
Language:
- Russian
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
____________________________________________________________________
Carley Okula, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
carleyo@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), expressive and receptive disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, learning/intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and literacy development.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Molloy College
- B.S. in Speech and Language Disabilities from State University of New York at Cortland
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Andrea Zalin, M.S., CF-SLP. TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
andreaz@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive/expressive language delays/disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, aural rehabilitation/hearing impairments, early intervention, preschool, and school ages, augmentative and alternative communication.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Ithaca College
- B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Ithaca College, Minor in Deaf Studies
Languages:
- American Sign Language
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Heather Park, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
heatherp@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include, but are not limited to: dysphagia, expressive and receptive language delays, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, cognitive rehabilitation.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech Language Pathology at Hofstra University
- B.A. in Linguistics at Stony Brook University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Bilingual Extension Certificate (Korean)
- Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
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Farhana Faroqui, M.S., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
farhanaf@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, auditory and sensory processing disorders, feeding and myofunctional disorders, neurogenic communication disorders, autism spectrum disorder, early intervention, literacy development, and culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders in Speech-Language Disabilities from SUNY New Paltz
- B.S. in Psychology from Stony Brook University
Languages:
- Fluent in conversational Bengali
- Intermediate in Spanish
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Jennifer Posner, M.S. CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jenniferp@citysoundsny.com
Special interest include but are not limited to: motor speech disorders, fluency disorders, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), neurogenic speech disorders, early intervention, feeding/swallowing, and expressive and receptive language delays.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Teachers College Columbia University
- B.A. in Linguistics from The College of William and Mary
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- PROMPT trained
- Sensory Integration trained
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Shannon Kennedy, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
shannonk@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), pediatric dysphagia, language-based learning disabilities, literacy development, culturally and linguistically diverse populations, and traumatic brain injury.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from St. John’s University
- B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from St. John’s University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Sarah Drohan, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
sarah_d@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include neurogenic language disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, swallowing/feeding disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and childhood apraxia of speech.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The College of Saint Rose
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
____________________________________________________________________
Bridget McGlone, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
bridgetm@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include preschool-aged expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, early intervention, feeding and swallowing disorders, and voice disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Disorders, Speech and Language Disabilities from SUNY New Paltz
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Syracuse University
- B.A. in Music from Syracuse University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- LSVT Loud Certified Student Clinician
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Ashley Eisenstadt, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
ashleye@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include, but are not limited to: autism spectrum disorders, receptive and expressive language delays and disorders, neurodevelopmental disabilities, Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC), oral-motor and feeding delays and disorders, DIR/Floortime®.
Education:
- B.S. in Communicative Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Hunter College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Certificate of Competency as a Basic DIR/Floortime® Provider
- American Sign Language Level 1
- PROMPT trained
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Jenna Shapiro, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jennas@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include working with school age children, expressive/receptive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and Psychology from University of Florida
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
____________________________________________________________________
Rebecca Tucker, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
rebeccat@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and working with culturally/linguistically diverse populations.
Education:
- M.A. in Communication Sciences, Concentration on Speech Language Pathology, from the University of Connecticut
- B.A. in Linguistics from Cornell University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE)
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Janett Canela-Flores, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
janettcf@citysoundsny.com
Professional interests include: preschool-aged receptive and expressive language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, literacy intervention, bilingualism, and fluency.
Education:
- M.A. Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Herbert H. Lehman College
- B.A. in Economics from SUNY at Stony Brook
Languages:
-
Fluent in Spanish
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
____________________________________________________________________
Stefanie Smolinski, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
stefanies@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in receptive and expressive language impairments, language learning disabilities, social-pragmatic language disorders, literacy development, and executive functioning disorder.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University
- M.S. in Education from Queens College
- B.A. in Literature from the University of Michigan
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- PROMPT Trained
- Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educato
- Basic Writing Instruction
- Mindfulness in the Classroom
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Barbara Fridman, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
barbaraf@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include receptive and expressive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, early intervention, articulation and phonological disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Touro College
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
Languages:
-
Russian
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Alyssa Fisher, M.S. CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
alyssaf@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include preschool aged speech and language disorders, articulation disorders, autism spectrum disorder, pediatric feeding and swallowing, and cognitive rehabilitation.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from New York University
- B.S. in Human Development from Binghamton University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Angie Elkaray, M.A., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
angiee@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include, but are not limited to: expressive and receptive language delays, articulation/phonological disorders, literacy development, early intervention, and working with culturally/linguistically diverse populations.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology at Hofstra University
- B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Molloy College
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Dina Said, M.S, C.F- SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
dinas@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in young children with receptive/expressive language disorders, articulation, phonological delays and disorders, autism spectrum disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, and bilingualism and multiculturalism.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech- Language Pathology from Long Island University, Brooklyn
- B.A. in Communication Disorders with a minor in Linguistics and Arabic from CUNY Queens College
Languages:
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Fluent in Arabic
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Certification for Bilingual Extension in Arabic from Long Island University, Brooklyn
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Christina Licata, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
christinal@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include feeding and swallowing disorders, expressive/receptive language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, learning/intellectual disabilities, articulation/phonological disorders, and pragmatic/social impairments.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Marcelina Pyzik, M.S. CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
marcelinap@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in bilingualism/multiculturalism (Polish/English), receptive and expressive language delays, articulation and phonological disorder, literacy development, social-pragmatic language disorders, and Autism spectrum disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from CUNY Brooklyn College
- Post-Baccalaureate in Speech Language Pathology from CUNY Queens College
- B.S. in Psychological Science from Central Connecticut State University
Languages:
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Fluent in Polish
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- Bilingual Extension Certificate from Teachers College Columbia University
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Ann-Marie Hart, M.S. CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
annmarieh@citysoundsny.com
Special interest include social communication and pragmatic language skills, articulation and phonological disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, fluency and literacy.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Science and Disorders from Adelphi University
- B.A. in Communication Science and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from Queens College-CUNY
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Tresa Mathew, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
angiee@citysoundsny.com
Tresa has special interest in expressive and receptive language disorders, articulation and phonological processes, literacy deficits, fluency disorders, voice disorders, auditory processing disorders, and acquired neurogenic communication disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from The College of Saint Rose
- B.A. in Psychology from SUNY Binghamton University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Colleen Stella, M.S. SLP-CCC, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
colleens@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, social-pragmatic disorders, language learning disabilities, articulation and phonological disorders, literacy development and intervention, and fluency disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University
- B.S. in Theatre Arts from City College of New York
Associations:
-American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Jamie Zimmer, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
jamiez@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language disorders/delays, articulation and phonological disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, feeding and swallowing disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Education:
- M.S. Speech-Language Pathology from Molloy College
- B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Associations:
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American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Marlon Quiroa, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
marlonq@citysoundsny.com
Marlón has a special interest in helping young children with articulation and phonological disorders, expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, language and learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders; early intervention; in helping adults with accent modification, and adults with neurogenic speech, voice, and language disorders.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College
- B.A. in Communication Science and Disorders from Queens College
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
Associations:
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National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Kyla Rivera, M.S., SLP-CF, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
kylar@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in expressive and receptive language delays/disorders, social-pragmatic disorders, language learning disabilities, literacy development and intervention, fluency disorders, cognitive rehabilitation, transitioning and voice disorders across the lifespan.
Education:
- M.S. in Speech and Language Pathology from Long Island University, Brooklyn
Campus
- B.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York State Speech-Language Hearing Association (NYSSLHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Nina Sussman, M.S., CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
ninas@citysoundsny.com
Special interests in autism, language and literacy, expressive and receptive language disorders and delayed expressive language development (late talkers).
Education:
- M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from Yeshiva University
- B.A. in Psychology from Clark University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Kate Wiznitzer, M.S., CF-SLP, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
katew@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include expressive and receptive language disorders, social-pragmatic language disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and literacy.
Education:
- M.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University - Steinhardt
- B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Education Studies from American University
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
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Kelly Daly, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
kellyd@citysoundsny.com
Special interest in pragmatic disorders, autism disorders, expressive and receptive language delays, and articulation and phonological disorders.
Education:
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from University at Buffalo
- B.S. in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from SUNY Geneseo
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- PROMPT trained Level 1
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Sari Shnitkin, M.S. SLP-CCC, TSSLD
Speech-Language Pathologist
saris@citysoundsny.com
Special interests include receptive and expressive language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, articulation and phonological delays, and augmentative and alternative communication.
Education:
- M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University
- B.S. in Cognitive Science from University of Delaware
Associations:
-
American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Training/Certifications:
- Teacher of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
- PROMPT Trained
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Nicole Pagnotta
CSE Coordinator
npagnotta@citysoundsny.com
Nicole received her B.S. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from New York University in 2014. She is currently pursuing her M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology at Lehman College.
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Elora Keidong
CPSE Coordinator
eloraw@citysoundsny.com
Elora received her B.S. in Child and Family Studies from the State University of New York at Oneonta in 2012. She has a strong interest in various types of therapies including Horticultural Therapy.
Languages:
Fluent in Spanish
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Alyssa Verderber
Administrative Student Intern
alyssav@citysoundsny.com
Alyssa received her Associates Degree in Liberal Arts and Science from Borough of Manhattan Community College. She is currently pursuing a B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology at Queens College.
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Romelia Logan
CPSE Coordinator
romelial@citysoundsny.com
Romelia received her B.S in International Health and Nursing Administration from National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences. She knows basic Mandarin and hopes to purse a Masters Degree in International Health Administration.
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Patricia Bonilla
HR Administrator
patriciab@citysoundsny.com
Patricia currently holds a Bachelors degree in Technical Management with a minor in project management. She hopes to pursue a bachelors in Early Childhood.
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Milkica Brecak
CPSE Administrator
mickeyb@citysoundsny.com
Milkica is a graduate of Queens College with a B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Psychology. She looks forward to pursuing her masters in Speech-Language Pathology in the near future. Her interests include fitness and medical sciences.
